2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Chevrolet |
| Model | Proudia | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
