2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. Both 2006 Chevrolet Impala and 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche are equipped with a 5,326 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
