2006 BMW 118 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 118 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 525 kg more than 2006 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 118 | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |