2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2009 BMW 330 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 (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Avalanche | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |