2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra 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 103 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
