2009 BMW 125 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. 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 (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 129 L |
