2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Hummer H2
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 2 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 752 kg more than 2008 Hummer H2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hummer H2. (563 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Avalanche | H2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 121 L |
