2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Avalanche | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |