2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 847 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |