2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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 (440 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |