2007 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 828 kg more than 2007 BMW 545.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |