2008 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2008 BMW M6 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 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 739 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 M6. 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 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 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 M6 | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 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 | 2005 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
