2004 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Caldina | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Caldina | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |