Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Mini Hardtop | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 168 hp@6000 155 lb-ft@4000 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 130.0 in | -32.9 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 221.3 in | -78.2 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 79.1 in | -12.6 in |
Height | 55.4 in | 76.6 in | -21.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2679 lb. | 5842 lb. | -3163 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -17.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 65.3 in | -14.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 64.4 in | -64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 44.7 in | 65.2 in | -20.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.3 in | -62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 39.1 in | -7.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -7.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.6 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -39.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.0 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -76.1 ft3 |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2008 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 |