2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 228 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1402 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
