2008 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 BMW 730.
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, 2008 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
