2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1379 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 117 L |
