2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (245 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |