2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 930 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
