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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 225 kg more than 2013 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 176 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 | 4802 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2580 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |
