2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 806 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Commander | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Commander | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |