2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
