2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 557 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
