2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Arosa 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 236 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Avalanche | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 34 L |
