2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1106 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
