Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 320 hp@5300 340 lb-ft@4200 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 236 hp@5200 266 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | 4WD w/low range | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 109.8 in | 20.2 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 189.2 in | 32.1 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 75.2 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 69.3 in | 7.3 in |
Curb Weight | 5863 lb. | 4300 lb. | 1563 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 39.7 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 58.0 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 55.3 in | 9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.2 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 55.4 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 34.6 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -20.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.5 | 36.6 ft3 | 8.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |