2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
