2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 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 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |