2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2010 Toyota RAV4 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 116 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1003 kg more than 2010 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 233 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |