2012 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 627 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | Z |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |