2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |