2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 2 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 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 316 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |