2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Camry. (200 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |