2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1074 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8127 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 606 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |