2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |