2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 302 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 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |