2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 536 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
