2008 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1560 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.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 118 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 118 Silverado
Year Released 2008 2012
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 127 HP 323 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 2790 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 4250 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 129 L