2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 3 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 172 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1353 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream 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 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Avalanche | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
