2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Compass. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Compass. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Compass has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Avalanche | Compass |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |