2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine 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 262 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 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 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1956 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1956 Renault Dauphine 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:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Avalanche | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
