2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Soarer. (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |