2010 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
