2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
