2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
