2004 Marcos TS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Marcos TS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Marcos | Chevrolet |
| Model | TS | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3310 mm |
