2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1969 Jaguar 240

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 701 kg more than 1969 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jaguar 240. (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jaguar 240.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 1969 Jaguar 240
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model Avalanche 240
Year Released 2009 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2483 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 54 L


 

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