2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti EX. (317 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 458 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Avalanche | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |