2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 328

To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 597 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.

Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Express 2010 BMW 328
Make Chevrolet BMW
Model Express 328
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 354 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2222 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1783 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 61 L


 

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