2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 735 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
