1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |