2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 11 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, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 242 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Avalanche | GX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |