2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avalon 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 100 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avalon. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avalon.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |