2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Avalanche | Freelander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |