2011 Chrysler 200 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chrysler 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chrysler 200 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 826 kg more than 2011 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chrysler 200. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chrysler 200 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | 200 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4948 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 119 L |
