2006 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2006 BMW 323 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 323.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 323 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
