2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 85 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. (296 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | SST |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
