2006 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
