2001 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
