2009 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 614 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 630 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 630 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |