2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 329 kg more than 2013 BMW X5.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 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 | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 2250 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 |
