2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 1 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (613 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (1,357 Nm) has 910 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
| Model | Avalanche | 57 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |
