2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 10 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 378 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac STS. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Avalanche | STS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
