2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 85 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (240 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1249 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |