2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Defender. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Avalanche | Defender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 75 L |