2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |