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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 904 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 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 | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |