2008 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 3 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 523 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:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 523 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
