2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 681 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
