2012 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1354 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X6 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X6 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 779 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |