2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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 100 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 333 kg more than 2010 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Avalanche | Liberty |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |