2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 887 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 195 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
