2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Ford Explorer

To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Explorer. (286 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2013 Ford Explorer
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Avalanche Explorer
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 286 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 455 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 2146 kg
Vehicle Length 5640 mm 5006 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 2291 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1803 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 70 L


 

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