2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger 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 192 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 746 kg more than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
