2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 667 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 318 | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
