2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
