2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
