2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 323 kg more than 1969 DAF 44. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Avalanche | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
