2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
