2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 135 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 129 L |
