2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 682 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2007 BMW 630 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 630 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2996 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |