2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa 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 163 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 852 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Previa 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 | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
