2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |