2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | 300 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
