2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 892 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5325 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
