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 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 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 380 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 75 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 | 4799 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
