2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 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), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 789 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2012 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. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Mercedes-Benz Chevrolet
Model SLK Avalanche
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2295 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 455 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2050 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.3 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.1 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 117 L