2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 100 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 638 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Avalanche | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
