2009 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1307 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
