2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |