2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |
