2007 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (283 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
