2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango 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 62 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 897 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Avalanche | Durango |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
