2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 129 L |
