2002 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 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 31 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 266 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 740 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 740 | Express |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2016 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |