2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2009 Mitsubishi Raider has manual transmission. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Avalanche | Raider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
