2001 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Express |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |