2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 871 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. 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 (353 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 316 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
