2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid 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 81 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 427 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
