2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 119 L |
