2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 659 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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 2011 BMW 123. 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 (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
