2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 507 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Avalanche | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 552 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |