2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | S-10 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2968 mm |
