2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Isuzu Rodeo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Isuzu Rodeo 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) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo. (334 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Isuzu Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Isuzu Rodeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Avalanche | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
