2009 BMW 650 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1336 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 BMW 650 (491 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 650 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
