2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |