2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 113 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai H1. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Avalanche | H1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
