2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 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 15 more horse power than 2012 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 544 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 335. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 335. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |