2008 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |