2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3389 cc |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 431 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1630 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |