2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Avalanche CL
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 6208 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1326 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2960 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 90 L


 

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