2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 979 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 2010 BMW 550. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Avalanche | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
