2005 BMW 116 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 116 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 116. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 116 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 116 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
