2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 979 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
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 | 362 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |