2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 4 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 221 more horse power than 2010 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1784 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dacia Duster. 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 (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 Dacia Duster has manual transmission. 2010 Dacia Duster 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 | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | Avalanche | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
