2008 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 BMW 745.
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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 745 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 745 | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2115 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |