2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 966 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
