2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 8 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 838 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Impala |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
