2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (212 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1311 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
