2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 9 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 145 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 882 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalanche | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1404 mm |
