2007 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 825 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2001 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Express |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4294 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |