2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Avalanche | V8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
