2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi Q7. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Q7 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
