2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 78 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton
Make Chevrolet SsangYong
Model Avalanche Rexton
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 2874 cc
Horse Power 295 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 305 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2563 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 80 L


 

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