2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
