2011 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mitsubishi Raider would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Raider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Raider |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
