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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 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 190 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm @ 3200 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 | 5326 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |