2008 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
