2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Avalanche | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
