2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 727 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Avalanche | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |
