2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Avalanche | Yukon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |