2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 173 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Avalanche | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |