2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Silverado | 116 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
