2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. Both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix are equipped with a 5,326 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (290 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Avalanche | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |