2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |