2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Charger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |
