2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5324 cc |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 129 L |