1997 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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 Volkswagen W12 (719 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen W12 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | W12 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 119 L |
