2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 Peugeot 206. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
