2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Condor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1677 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
