2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 264 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 589 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
