2003 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1269 kg more than 2003 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |