2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 99 L |