2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | E500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
