2009 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5325 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
