2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Savana 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 98 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 137 kg more than 2000 GMC Savana. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Savana. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
