2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 848 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |