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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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