2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
