2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 414 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | Frontier |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 274 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |