2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo 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 210 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Indigo 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 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Avalanche | Indigo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |