2000 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 316 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |