2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Matrix.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Matrix. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2012 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
