2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | S-10 | 525 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2968 mm |