2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 93 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 797 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Avalanche | Rexton |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |