2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |