2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKZ 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKZ 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 Lincoln MKZ 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Avalanche | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
