2008 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
