2007 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 1 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, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
