2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
