2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 De Tomaso Guara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
Model | Avalanche | Guara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |