2003 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 681 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |