2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 505 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 189 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1988 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1988 Peugeot 505 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 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
