2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 8 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 800 kg more than 2012 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 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.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |