2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | SLK | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |