2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | S4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
