2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Chevrolet Rolls-Royce
Model Avalanche Phantom
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 6748 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 454 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 720 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2563 kg 2670 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3830 mm
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 24.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 15.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 100 L


 

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