1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 176 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 789 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SLK | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |