2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 479 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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 2011 Volkswagen Routan. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalanche | Routan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |