2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4242 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |