1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |