2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 (454 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Avalanche | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
