2007 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
