2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 579 kg more than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |
