2006 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 776 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 488 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
