2005 BMW 748 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 BMW 748 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 748 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 748 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
