2007 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525.

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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 525 Avalanche
Year Released 2007 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 307 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 335 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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