2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 7 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 67 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 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac XTS. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Avalanche | XTS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
