2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 47 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
