2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC. 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 Volkswagen CC. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Avalanche | CC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
