2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. 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 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Avalanche | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |