2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | NP300 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
