2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |
