2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 5 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 587 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
