2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado and 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche are equipped with a 5,326 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 295 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 117 L |