2009 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3440 mm |