2009 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 1 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
