2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 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 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 566 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 745. 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 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |