2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | CL | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
