2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic 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 132 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 173 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 SsangYong Stavic. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Avalanche | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
