2005 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 409 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Legend | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | Legend | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |