2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Avalanche | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5299 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |