2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Express | 535 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |