2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 2 more horse power than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (318 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 684 kg more than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Avalanche | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 94 L |
