2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 924 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |