2009 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2009 BMW 325 and 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 215 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |