2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Avalanche | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 53 L |