2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 603 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 325 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2318 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
