2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS 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 30 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Avalanche | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |