2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 573 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 361 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2563 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |
