2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (229 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Avalanche | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
