2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 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 55 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 322 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 968 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 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 92 L |
