2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 598 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 (447 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
