2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 645 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 645.
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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 645. (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 645 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |