2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 914 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 323 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1266 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 | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
