2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 119 L |
