2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 118 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |