2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
