2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 8 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 (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 847 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 120 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 190 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |