2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |
