2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 989 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 85 L |
