2000 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 607 kg more than 2000 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
