2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 129 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
