2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2981 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 117 L |