2005 Nissan Platina 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 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Platina has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Platina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Platina | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3310 mm |
