2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 601 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Maxima. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Maxima.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 2005 Nissan Maxima
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Avalanche Maxima
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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