2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Escape |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |