1999 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 302 kg more than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. (290 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota 4Runner. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota 4Runner has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota 4Runner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota 4Runner | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | 4Runner | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
