2008 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 BMW 740 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 740 (303 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 BMW 740.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. 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, 2008 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
