2006 BMW 630 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 836 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 630 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
