2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |