2004 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |