2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Expedition | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 117 L |
