2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Avalanche | Discovery |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |