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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 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 1319 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 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 | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |