2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 335 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |