2010 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 177 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 999 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Avalanche | 500 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |