2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1179 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Avalanche | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 86 L |