2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
