2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |