2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 157 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
