1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 279 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
