2006 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 98 L |