2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 630 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 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 630. 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 (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 BMW 630 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 630 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |