2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 905 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
