2008 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. 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 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
