Cadillac Escalade EXT vs Chevrolet Avalanche 2500
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2500
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 2500 LS |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (premium unleaded recommended/E85) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2013 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $63,060 | $38,320 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 14 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 13 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal | 37 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 403 hp (best) | 325 hp |
| Torque | 417 lb-ft | 447 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 6.2 L | 8.1 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 6 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 101 cu ft (best) | — |
| Towing capacity | 7,600 lbs | 12,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,239 lbs | 2,072 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,961 lbs (best) | 6,528 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.2 in (best) | 8.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in | 130 in |
| Length | 222 in (best) | 221.6 in |
| Width | 79.1 in | 79.8 in (best) |
| Height | 74.5 in (best) | 73.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac Escalade EXTBase | Chevrolet Avalanche 25002500 LS |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Cadillac Escalade EXT | Chevrolet Avalanche 2500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $63,060 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2500 LS $38,320 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Luxury $67,250 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Premium $69,640 MSRP | — |