2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (311 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 450 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lumina | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
