2008 BMW 335 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 987 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 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 335 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
