2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage 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 184 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 352 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Avalanche | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |