2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 824 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |