2010 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X6 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X6 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |