2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | CLK | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 4640 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |