2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 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 (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 328 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
