2008 BMW 645 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, both 2008 BMW 645 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 5,299 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 645. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 645 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 645 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 645 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 645 Avalanche
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 5299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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