2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
