2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna 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 236 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1537 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna 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 | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | Duna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
