2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Avalanche | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
