2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 5,300 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 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz 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 | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Avalanche | Jazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |