Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Avalanche | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 121.1 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 221.3 in | 200.3 in | 21 in |
Width | 79.1 in | 75.6 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 76.6 in | 72.4 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 5842 lb. | 5249 lb. | 593 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 31.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | 5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 40.1 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 65.3 in | 58.3 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 64.4 in | 0.0 in | 64.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 40.6 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 65.2 in | 58.9 in | 6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 62.3 in | 0.0 in | 62.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.5 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 45.5 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 31.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.5 | 43.8 ft3 | 1.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 101.1 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
2007 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |