2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1470 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 | 8.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
