2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 96 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 965 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Avalanche | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |