2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
