2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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 111 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 253 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 120 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 117 L |
