2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
