2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 948 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
