2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 489 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |