2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 3 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 230 kg more than 2012 BMW 740.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 740. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Avalanche | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |
