2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2011 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
