2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2012 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 3 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 83 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Avalanche | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
