2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1840 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Avalanche | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |