2005 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 869 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 119 L |