2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (447 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5326 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |
