2008 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW 116 is newer by 1 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 116 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 116 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
