2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 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 83 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z4 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |