2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 827 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 (454 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Avalanche | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
