2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2009 Ford E-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1234 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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 2009 Ford E-350. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |