2006 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
