Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 109.8 in | 20.2 in |
Length | 221.6 in | 188.2 in | 33.4 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 74.0 in | 5.8 in |
Height | 73.6 in | 74.6 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 5413 lb. | 4871 lb. | 542 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 57.5 in | 7.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 55.1 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.8 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 40.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.4 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 54.8 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 36.8 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -23.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 13.2 ft3 | -13.2 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 0.0 | 49.7 ft3 | -49.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 77.5 ft3 | -77.5 |
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 |
2008 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |