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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | Z3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |