2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Volvo V50

To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2006 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.

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, 2006 Volvo V50, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2006 Volvo V50
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Avalanche V50
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 2345 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 62 L


 

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