2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 634 kg more than 1998 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
