2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Lexus LS

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 2007 Lexus LS
Make Chevrolet Lexus
Model Avalanche LS
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 4608 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2980 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 84 L


 

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