2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 F-350 (495 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
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 | 307 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |