2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. Both 2010 Chevrolet Suburban and 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche are equipped with a 5,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 343 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, both vehicles can yield 454 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |