2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 955 kg more than 2002 BMW Z3.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |