2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1057 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 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 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Avalanche | F355 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
