2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 550 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
