2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 71 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy. 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 (440 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
