2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. 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 (597 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 83 L |
