2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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 137 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Patrol 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.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Avalanche | Patrol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 135 L |