2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Justy 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Justy. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Justy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1192 kg more than 2007 Subaru Justy. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Justy. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Justy. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Justy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | Justy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 41 L |
