2004 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2004 BMW 316 and 2004 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 316 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
