2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Because 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acadia | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
