1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 16 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 509 kg more than 2013 BMW X3.
Because 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7439 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
