2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 37 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |