2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |
