2005 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |