2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1627 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 2010 Smart ForTwo
Make Chevrolet Smart
Model Avalanche ForTwo
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5325 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 92 Nm
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2467 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 1867 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 33 L


 

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