2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Avalanche | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
