2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 740 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1375 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |