2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalanche | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |