2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 540 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Silverado | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |