2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 961 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 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 | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 600 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |