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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 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 369 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 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. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 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:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
