2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKT is newer by 10 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, 2013 Lincoln MKT (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lincoln MKT. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKT. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKT.
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2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Lincoln MKT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
Model | Avalanche | MKT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2133 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5273 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |