2009 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 786 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 98 L |
