2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 286 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
Model | Tacoma | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 117 L |