2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Explorer.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Explorer. (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Explorer.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Explorer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |