2004 BMW M5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express

To start off, both 2004 BMW M5 and 2004 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 602 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW M5 2004 Chevrolet Express
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M5 Express
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 5359 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 441 Nm
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.2 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1758 kg 2360 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 22.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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