2002 Honda City vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda City 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model City Avalanche
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 307 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3310 mm