2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 827 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |