2010 BMW 128 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 128 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 128 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 128 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |