2001 BMW 320 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 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Express |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2537 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 Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
