2007 BMW 523 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2007 BMW 523 and 2007 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 942 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 523 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |