2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | QX56 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |
