2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 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 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 527 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| 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 | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
