2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Econoline 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 98 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1247 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3510 mm |
