2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Impala 2001 Toyota Avensis
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Impala Avensis
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3900 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 234 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 60 L


 

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