2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
