2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Falcon 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 90 more horse power than 2003 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Ford Falcon. 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 2003 Ford Falcon. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
