2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 and 2009 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |