2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (489 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
