Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 113.7 in | 16.3 in |
Length | 221.6 in | 193.4 in | 28.2 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 73.7 in | 6.1 in |
Height | 73.6 in | 72.8 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5413 lb. | 4531 lb. | 882 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 59.0 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 55.4 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 58.9 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 55.5 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.9 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 13.6 ft3 | -13.6 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 0.0 | 43.9 ft3 | -43.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 83.7 ft3 | -83.7 |
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |