2009 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |