2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
