2007 BMW 523 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 523 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 523 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 523 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |