2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger 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 5 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (305 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 984 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 Dodge Challenger. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5299 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 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 | 72 L |
