2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |