2010 Toyota Avalon vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V. 2010 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2000 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avalon | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Avalon | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
