1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
