2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 117 L |
