2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Avalon | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Avalon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |