2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 876 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (560 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
