2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 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 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 129 L |
