2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
