2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 372 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |