2005 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |