2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 924 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW X6 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X6 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |