2008 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 225 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (490 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2425 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 Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
