2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 806 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.

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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 2013 Infiniti FX
Make Chevrolet Infiniti
Model Avalanche FX
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 2067 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 14.6 L/100km


 

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