2004 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
