2000 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 938 kg more than 2000 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 520 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
