2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW M3. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW M3 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.
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2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |