2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 187 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 22 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
