2006 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
