2004 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 489 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |