2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 7 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 375 kg more than 2011 BMW 550.
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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1463 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |