2003 BMW 520 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 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 552 kg more than 2003 BMW 520. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 520 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2170 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |