2011 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 499 kg more than 2012 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 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | C | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4606 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1459 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |