2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 4,294 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 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 896 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |