Model Year | 2006 | 2017 | |
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 | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 113.9 in | 16.1 in |
Length | 221.6 in | 188.8 in | 32.8 in |
Width | 79.8 in | 76.4 in | 3.4 in |
Height | 73.6 in | 68.2 in | 5.4 in |
Curb Weight | 5413 lb. | 4696 lb. | 717 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | 8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.6 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.2 in | 59.8 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.4 in | 0.0 in | 61.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 56.7 in | 8.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.9 in | 34.9 in | 4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 0.0 | 32.1 ft3 | -32.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 70.9 ft3 | -70.9 |
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 2017 Volkswagen Touareg.