2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |