2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe are equipped with a 5,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 320 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 320 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
