2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 488 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |