2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 9 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, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 328 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |