2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. 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 68 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |