2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 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 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
