2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1982 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 911 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) has 125 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 911. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 911 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 911. (258 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 911. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1982 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1982 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1982 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
