2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
