2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 (335 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (178 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
