2007 Acura RL vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 497 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL 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 Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |