2009 Audi TT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 613 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2009 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi TT 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Audi Chevrolet
Model TT Avalanche
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 936 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 117 L


 

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