2003 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 172 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 222 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
