2003 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 934 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 129 L |