2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1124 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |