2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 5 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 665 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Avalanche | STS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
