2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 875 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
