2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept would be higher. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (791 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept (800 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Dodge Charger RT Concept | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Charger RT Concept |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
