2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1159 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 8127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 606 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 140 L |