2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 699 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 2009 Dodge Charger
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model Avalanche Charger
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 5652 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 368 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 72 L


 

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