2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalanche | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4920 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
