2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Avalanche | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 76 L |