2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
