2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (45 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1954 Mercedes-Benz 180 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | 180 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |