2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 727 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
