2012 Audi TT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2012 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | TT | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1349 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
