2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 151 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2005 Toyota Mark II 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 Toyota Mark II 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
