2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
