2005 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 260 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
