2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 3 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Avalanche | RDX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5299 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |