2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Avalanche | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 78 L |
