2008 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2008 BMW 325 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. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.

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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2006 Chevrolet Express
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 325 Express
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 354 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 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 1500 kg 2222 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1420 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 117 L


 

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