2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 119 L |