2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |