2006 BMW 645 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 645. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 645 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
