2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 754 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |