2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mustang 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 1993 Ford Mustang. (106 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2301 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 | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
