2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |