2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra 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 172 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1017 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2004 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 52 L |
