2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 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 29 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2011 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. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Lumina | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
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 | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |