2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 286 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
