2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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. Both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2011 Chevrolet Silverado are equipped with a 5,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, both vehicles can yield 454 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |