2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
