2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 78 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 57 L |