2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 140 L |
