2011 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 389 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | E |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |