2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 761 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 Lotus Evora. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Avalanche | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
