2008 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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:
2008 BMW 328 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 328 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
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 | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |