2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One 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 222 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2006 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini One has manual transmission. 2006 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mini One | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Avalanche | One |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |