2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Saturn L 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2005 Saturn L. 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 Saturn L. 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 (447 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn L has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn L 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 Saturn L | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Avalanche | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
