2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 170 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
