2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (235 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Aspen. (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Avalanche | Aspen |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |