2008 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 129 L |
