2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 212 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Avalanche | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 110 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |