2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 49 kg more than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Avalanche | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 551 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 121 L |