2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C 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 195 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 220 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, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | 021 C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
