2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 7 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 108 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
