2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
