2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra 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 (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Avalanche | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |