2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120.

Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 120 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 120 Silverado
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 353 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 5860 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 98 L


 

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