2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Nissan Interstar
To start off, 2006 Nissan Interstar 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Interstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Interstar. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Interstar. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Interstar has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Interstar 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 Interstar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Interstar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
