2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Studebaker | G |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2850 mm |
