2007 BMW 545 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2007 BMW 545 and 2007 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 545 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |