2006 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6600 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
