2007 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
