2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |