2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |