2006 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2006 BMW 550 and 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (325 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 8127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 606 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |