2009 BMW 535 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 BMW 535 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 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3890 mm |
