2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1944 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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 (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |