2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 BMW Z4 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 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |