2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X Coupe | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 98 L |
