2009 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 616 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
