2003 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 740 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
