2009 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
