2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 172 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1422 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 (597 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1562 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 58 L |
