2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 146 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avalanche | Viano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
