2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 610 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Avalanche | Salsa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |