2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 316 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
