1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 852 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet APV | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | APV | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
