2006 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
