2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 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 51 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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 320. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |