2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A8 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
