2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |