2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 7 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 950 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 2012 BMW 120. 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 (454 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
