2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (488 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 330 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |