1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 505 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Peugeot 505 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
Model | 505 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3302 mm |