2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 550 | Express |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4802 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |