2009 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 141 kg more than 2009 BMW X6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |
