2006 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 796 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |