2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 156 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 322 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, 2001 Mazda 6, 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
