Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 295 hp@5200 335 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 112.4 in | 17.6 in |
Length | 221.6 in | 187.2 in | 34.4 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 75.9 in | 3.9 in |
Height | 73.6 in | 68.0 in | 5.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5413 lb. | 5086 lb. | 327 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.7 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 57.7 in | 7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 0.0 in | 61.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 57.4 in | 7.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 35.6 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 31.0 ft3 | -31 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 71.0 ft3 | -71 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.