2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 555 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
