2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 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, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 512 kg more than 2012 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |