2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 89 kg more than 2010 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW X6 (600 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
