2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 905 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
