2007 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Allion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tacoma | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tacoma | Allion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3590 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
