2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 231 kg more than 2013 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
