1994 Chevrolet Corsica 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 Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corsica 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 175 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corsica has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsica | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
