2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
