2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-150 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 93 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 997 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2002 Ford F-150 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, 2002 Ford F-150 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford F-150. (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |