2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Avalanche | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |