2006 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 545 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 545 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
