2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
