2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
