1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 BMW X6.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2933 mm |
