2007 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M6 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |