2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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 118 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
