2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 806 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
