2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 120 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |