2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
