2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1807 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 45 L |