2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1376 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
