2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 882 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | SRX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
