2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avalanche | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |