2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 4 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
