2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 567 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
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2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |