2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 5 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 449 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Avalanche | Vantage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |