2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Avalanche E
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2202 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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