2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 868 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (204 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Aerio has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Avalanche | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
