2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Fiat Sedici 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 802 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Sedici 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Avalanche | Sedici |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |