2006 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 130 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 130.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 130 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
