2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA 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 130 more horse power than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (165 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA weights approximately 104 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Avalanche | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |