2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 167 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
