2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. 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 75 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 266 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Avalanche | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |