2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1357 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Edge |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 340 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |