2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 535 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 535 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |