2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 135 L |
