2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Avalanche
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 506 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 117 L


 

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