2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 530 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5222 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3022 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
