2009 Acura TL vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (306 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura TL 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Acura Toyota
Model TL Avensis
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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