2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 184 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1992 Nissan Pintara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Pintara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
