2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
