2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 62 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 62 (544 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1727 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maybach |
Model | Avalanche | 62 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |