2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 219 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |