2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model Avalanche SLK
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2307 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 271 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1386 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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