2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 763 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Mondeo Avalanche
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1437 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 117 L


 

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