2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 6 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, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 872 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2993 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |