2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (161 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1454 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
