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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 318 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |