2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 845 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |