2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 2 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |