2008 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
