2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 781 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (597 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 83 L |
