2000 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
