2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 116 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 51 L |
