2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1117 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalanche | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.9 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |