2008 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
