2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 174 more horse power than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. 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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |