2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
