2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 664 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Ram | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 117 L |
