2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 22 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Traverse | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |