2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 525 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |