2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |