2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 316 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |