2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 87 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 674 kg more than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 96 L |