2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 402 kg more than 1995 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
