2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
