2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 2 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 138 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Venza. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |