2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
