2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 BMW 316
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 BMW 316 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 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 316 weights approximately 114 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 316. 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 BMW 316 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 316 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |