2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 219 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Avalanche | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
