2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 414 kg more than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 447 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Avalanche | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
