2008 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 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 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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 318. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4807 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
