2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1197 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
