2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 2005 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | S-10 | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2830 mm |