2008 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 827 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5325 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |