2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Avalanche | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |