2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (488 Nm). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | Z8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
