2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | X3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
