2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 BMW 760

To start off, 2010 BMW 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 760 weights approximately 78 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 2010 BMW 760. 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, 2010 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche 2010 BMW 760
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model Avalanche 760
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 535 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 745 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2202 kg 2280 kg
Vehicle Length 5630 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 82 L


 

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